Lesson 6.1: Physics (Mechanics, Heat, Light, Sound, Electricity, Modern Physics)
Physics is a critical part of the General Science section for NDA and CDS exams. It tests aspirants on basic principles, problem-solving, and real-world applications relevant to defence scenarios.
1. Mechanics
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Definition: Study of motion and forces
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Key Concepts:
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Motion: Distance, Displacement, Speed, Velocity, Acceleration
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Newton’s Laws of Motion
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Work, Power, and Energy: Work = Force × Distance, Power = Work/Time, Kinetic & Potential Energy
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2. Heat & Thermodynamics
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Concepts: Temperature, Heat transfer (Conduction, Convection, Radiation)
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Laws of Thermodynamics:
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Zeroth, First, Second Law basics
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Applications: Engine efficiency, heating systems
3. Light & Optics
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Reflection & Refraction: Laws, Mirrors, Lenses
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Optical Phenomena: Dispersion, Rainbow, Total Internal Reflection
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Applications: Telescopes, Microscopes, Optical instruments
4. Sound
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Concepts: Sound waves, Speed, Frequency, Amplitude, Pitch
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Applications: Echo, Ultrasound, Sonar in defence
5. Electricity & Magnetism
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Basic Laws: Ohm’s Law, Current, Voltage, Resistance
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Circuits: Series & Parallel connections
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Magnetism: Magnetic field, Electromagnetism, Earth’s magnetism
6. Modern Physics
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Concepts: Atomic structure, Radioactivity, Nuclear reactions
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Applications: Defence technology, radar, nuclear energy
Exam Tips
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Focus on basic formulas and key principles
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Solve numerical problems from mechanics, electricity, and heat
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Revise diagrams for optics and sound
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Practice previous year NDA & CDS physics questions
